Designed in Japan. the Aluminum Pole 170cm is made of 1.5 mm thick aluminum. Use the Aluminum Pole 170 cm for setting up tarps and shelters. The Aluminum Pole features a rough tip to hold tarp grommets. a rubber end base and easily breaks down into three shorter pieces for compact storage. Pair the Aluminum Pole 170cm with any Snow Peak Tarps or Shelters.